Sports and Recreation

This beginner boating course will give you the knowledge needed to obtain the required NJ Boating Safety Certificate. The course will cover federal, state and local boating laws and regulations, required safety equipment, safe boating practices, PWC and small boat handling, trailering and protecting your boat, navigation and emergency procedures. The state test will be administered at the last session. Upon passing the test, the Boating Certificate will be issued on the same night of the test. Students must be at least 13 years old and must attend all 4 classes in order to receive a certificate.Instructor: U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY FLOTILLA 10-13

This program is designed to develop coordination, stamina, mental awareness and total physical fitness for students of all ages.Footwork, parries, offensive and defensive moves will be taught along with rules and safety regulations.This basic course also provides foils, masks and all protective gear.Students should wear sneakers and comfortable clothing.Register yourself and a friend and receive a free fencing glove or equivalent.For further information, call Mr. Carnevale at 201-385-7619.

ELECTRIC FOIL & EPEE FENCING –TEEN/ADULT FEE: $135

Thursday-6:30-8:00 p.m.(9 sess. beg. Sept. 20)(no class 11/8 & 11/22)

These programs are designed for those students who are experienced in electric foil fencing.

Offered in cooperation with Glen Rock Community School. Register through M.P.C.E.

Hikes are designed for beginner and moderate hikers. During our trips, you learn the history of the Ramapo Mountains while visiting historic iron mines, cave shelters, century old buildings, a Revolutionary War entrenchment. The scenery affords some of the best mountain top views and waterfalls found in the local forests. More than just a walk down the path, our hikes will take us over mountains, through valleys, and across streams. Hikers should be in reasonable condition for a moderate and steady pace of 3 to 5 hours. All registrations must include a current email address. Students will be emailed orientation materials one week prior to first hike. Consult your physician before attempting a physically challenging activity like hiking. Hikes are led by experienced hiker in the Adirondack and Ramapo Mountains, Instructor: ROBERT PURCELL, who climbed Machu Pichu in Peru. He is a member of the Appalachian Mountain Club and a history buff.

Learning the fundamentals of putting and chipping is a great way for beginners to start down the path to building a swing. For those who play the game, mastery of the short game is the best way to lower your score. Coach Bennett is an avid golfer who will instill the fundamentals such as: grip, swing, stance, etc. Mats and balls provided. Please bring a putter to the first class. Class limited to 12 students. Instructor: RICHARD BENNETT

Midland Park Public Schools

Board of Education Office

c/o Midland Park Jr./Sr. High School

250 Prospect Street

Midland Park,NJ 07432

Phone 201-444-1400 | Fax 201-444-3051

The Midland Park School District as part of a strong, dedicated community, provides its students with a comprehensive, adaptive education aligned to 21st century knowledge and skills needed for success in college and career. The district maximizes all resources to empower students to realize their individual worth and responsibility, with the expectation they achieve the New Jersey state standards at all grade levels.